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$88+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to New Orleans (MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — MSY
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:59 pm
MSP
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MSY
1 stop21h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/178:22 pm
MSY
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MSP
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$253
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2610:00 am
MSP
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 38m
Sun Country Air
Thu 4/309:56 am
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 3/14$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:59 pm
MSP
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MSY
1 stop21h 09m
Frontier
Fri 4/173:39 pm
MSY
-
MSP
1 stop8h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/227:20 am
MSP
-
MSY
1 stop7h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/268:40 pm
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:12 am
MSP
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/176:32 pm
MSY
-
MSP
2 stops15h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$262
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:25 am
MSP
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 35m
Sun Country Air
Mon 11/211:28 am
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 50m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 3/18$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:53 pm
MSP
-
MSY
1 stop15h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/1411:34 am
MSY
-
MSP
2 stops12h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:30 am
MSP
-
MSY
1 stop11h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/56:21 pm
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/29:44 am
MSP
-
MSY
1 stop9h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/109:20 am
MSY
-
MSP
1 stop11h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:43 pm
MSP
-
MSY
1 stop15h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/108:13 pm
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/73:53 pm
MSP
-
MSY
2 stops18h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/108:13 pm
MSY
-
MSP
Nonstop2h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/109:39 pm
MSP
-
MSY
2 stops18h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/145:57 pm
MSY
-
MSP
1 stop18h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$270

Find flight deals from Minnesota to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$468

Good round-trip deal

$297 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($116 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RochesterNew Orleans

RST - MSY

RSTMSY

Rochester

Tue 5/26

6:42 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/2

5:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 45m

$323

Sioux FallsNew Orleans

FSD - MSY

FSDMSY

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/31

5:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/4

2:01 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$331

Sioux FallsNew Orleans

FSD - MSY

FSDMSY

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 9/12

1:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/21

2:10 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$331

DuluthNew Orleans

DLH - MSY

DLHMSY

Duluth Intl

Wed 4/15

3:08 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops8h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$334

Sioux FallsNew Orleans

FSD - MSY

FSDMSY

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 9/11

1:19 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/21

5:30 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$339

FargoNew Orleans

FAR - MSY

FARMSY

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 5/30

5:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 6/5

4:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$374

FargoNew Orleans

FAR - MSY

FARMSY

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 5/2

2:17 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops9h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/5

8:11 am-6:55 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$381

DuluthNew Orleans

DLH - MSY

DLHMSY

Duluth Intl

Fri 4/3

3:08 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$404

La CrosseNew Orleans

LSE - MSY

LSEMSY

La Crosse

Thu 7/9

5:30 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop21h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/12

6:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$409

Sioux FallsNew Orleans

FSD - MSY

FSDMSY

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 6/1

5:35 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

5:20 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$418

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minnesota to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to New Orleans (average of $68). Flying from Minnesota to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MN to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

When flying from Minnesota to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 19, 2026.

The most flights from USMN to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Minnesota?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Minnesota.

  • How popular is this Minnesota to New Orleans flight route?

    This flight path from Minnesota to New Orleans Louis Armstrong was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    For as low as $323, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Minnesota in 5h 01m. There are 969 mi between Minnesota and New Orleans. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minnesota to New Orleans one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $79 and Spirit Airlines from $86 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    Most travelers choose Minneapolis St Paul - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Fargo Hector Field - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - New Orleans Louis Armstrong when deciding on the best route from Minnesota to New Orleans.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minnesota to New Orleans are Delta (86%), WestJet (84%) and Sun Country Air (50%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $176 on average, our data indicates $333 when flying from Minnesota to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minnesota to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minnesota to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minnesota to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minnesota to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to New Orleans (average of $68). Flying from Minnesota to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $258). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Minnesota to New Orleans

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$68Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$185Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$252Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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